RESUME
Experience
March 2024 - March 2025
Speechwriter/Associate
Aptive Resources LLC
Remote
I served as a speechwriter and communications consultant for the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). In this role, I primarily drafted speeches and talking points for FMCSA leadership. I also wrote blogs, articles, and other materials for the communications team while providing regular guidance on strategic communications for the agency.
October 2021 - January 2024
Deputy Communications Director
Prince George's County Government
Largo, MD
I was promoted to the position of Deputy Communications Director for Prince George's County Government in October 2021. In this role, I was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the communications team, supervising eight team members. I was also the lead for media relations, planning multiple high-level press events and working directly with reporters on a daily basis. Finally, I served as a trusted communications advisor to senior leadership within government.
May 2023 - September 2023
Acting Communications Director
Prince George's County Government
Largo, MD
I took over as Acting Communications Director in May 2023 for Prince George's County Government when the previous Communications Director left for a new role. I was responsible for leading communications for a county of nearly one million residents. I was also the chief spokesperson for Prince George's County Government and managed team members who helped respond to media inquiries. Finally, I oversaw the rollout of several new communications initiatives and public officials who were hired during that time.
May 2022 - July 2022
Campaign Manager
Angela Alsobrooks for County Executive
Largo, MD
In May 2022, I took a leave of absence from Prince George's County Government to serve as the Campaign Manager for Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks' re-election campaign. I managed a budget of nearly $1 million, hiring staff and consultants, filming and placing a TV ad, and coordinating a direct mail program to reach voters. In July 2022, Angela Alsobrooks successfully prevailed in the primary, receiving 91% of the vote against four challengers.
January 2019 - September 2021
Public Information Officer
Prince George's County Government
Largo, MD
In January 2019, I joined Prince George's County Government as a Public Information Officer. In this role, I supported strategic communications and media relations for the executive branch of local government. I was responsible for writing talking points and speeches for senior leadership, while also managing government social media accounts. Finally, I managed communications campaigns for the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Census count, and the 2020 election.
March 2018 - December 2018
Communications Manager, Finance Director, and Scheduler
Will Jawando for County Council
Silver Spring, MD
I joined a local political campaign in Montgomery County, Maryland in March 2018, supporting fundraising, communications, and scheduling. I implemented new scheduling processes to help plan and execute more than 50 meet-and-greet events over three months. In addition, I managed call time and fundraising efforts to help the candidate become the top fundraiser in a field of 32 candidates. We ultimately won the primary and general election, with the candidate taking office as an "At-Large" Council Member for the county.
September 2017 - March 2018
Press Intern
U.S. Senate Leader Chuck Schumer
Washington, D.C.
I served as a Press Intern in U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer's leadership office. In this role, I compiled press briefings for the Senator, recorded and transcribed all formal remarks, and helped monitor media coverage. In addition, I supported the Hispanic Media Team by translating articles and statements into Spanish.
August 2014 - June 2016
Spanish Teacher (Teach for America)
Northeast Middle School
Charlotte, NC
I served as a middle school Spanish teacher through Teach for America, where I taught three different levels of Spanish. During this time, I served on a district planning committee to develop a new curriculum for the Spanish for Native Speakers course, one of the classes I taught. In addition, I created and led school-wide professional development sessions on using new technology in the classroom.
Education
2016 - 2018
Master of Arts in Political Communication
American University
Washington, D.C.
I completed my graduate studies at American University, which equipped me with a strong combination of advanced skills in strategic communications and political science. I was one of three students to receive "Distinction" for my Capstone Project.
2010 - 2014
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Political Science & Spanish
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
My undergraduate studies at Southern Methodist University included degrees in Communication Studies, Political Science, and Spanish. I graduated Summa Cum Laude with Honors in Liberal Arts and admission into the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.
Skills, Certifications & Languages
Professional Skills
Strategic Communications
Media Relations
Project Management
Crisis Communications
Social Media Management
Newsletters
Speechwriting
Community Engagement
Event Planning
Computer/Technology Skills
Microsoft Office
Teams/Zoom
Google Workspace
SharePoint
Social Media Platforms
Hootsuite
Media Monitoring (TV Eyes, Cision)
Newsletter Systems (GovDelivery, Constant Contact, MailChimp)
Asana
Google Analytics
Certifications
Asana Workflow Specialist
HubSpot Academy SEO
Google Analytics
Languages
English (native)
Spanish (proficient)